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Bulldog boys’ historic season ends Page 8 Alhambra senior Nick Lucido digs a ball out in the Bulldogs’ 3-0 loss to Leigh-San Jose on Thursday, May 26, 2016.

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‘Students of Excellence’ awards ceremony honors 41 area youths

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School, memorial vandalized MARTINEZ, Calif. – Black spray paint defaced a memorial at Howe and Old Orchard roads last week, destroying a picture of Martinez Junior High School student Jenna Betti, who was killed in a 2014 train accident near the area. According to Her Smile, an organization founded in Betti’s memory that helps victims of tragedy, the photo will be promptly replaced. It is unknown if the grafﬁti incident is related to another incident that occurred at Alhambra High School last week. On the outdoor art wall at the school, someone scribed in large black letters, “King Trump, Bernie is a Commie.” That sentiment was quickly painted over. No suspects have been identiﬁed as of presstime.

Fourteen displaced in ﬁre MARTINEZ, Calif. – Over $500,000 in property damage occurred and 14 people were BRIEFS: Page 3

On Thursday, May 12, the Contra Costa County Ofﬁce of Education (CCCOE) honored 41 high school students, representing 27 schools in Contra Costa and Alameda counties, with the Student of Excellence Award for their outstanding achievement in their

CTE/ROP (Career Technical Education/Regional Occupational Program) classes. The celebrated students were each presented a certiﬁcate of merit and a $250 scholarship award. Scholarship funding was provided by Honda Walnut Creek, John Muir Health, Chev-

ron, Conoco Phillips, Walnut Creek Honda, and C&H Sugar. More than 200 attendees were on hand at the Concord Senior Center. Along with the honored students and their families, the students’ teachers and ROP business-partnership

representatives were also on hand. Welcoming remarks were made by Contra Costa County Superintendent of Schools Karen Sakata, County Board of Education President Christine Deane, Assembly Member Jim Frazier, and AWARDS: Page 16

‘Justice & Judges’ exhibit opens at Contra Costa County History Center MARTINEZ, Calif. – On Saturday, May 21, the Contra Costa County History Center welcomed a bumper crop of visitors to the opening of its new exhibit, Justice & Judges: The History of the Law in Contra Costa County. The impetus for the exhibit was a recent donation of materials and artifacts belonging to Superior Court Judge Richard Arnason, the longest serving (49 years) judge in the County’s history. By adding information from the County History Center’s archives and records, an exhibit was created by Donald Bastin, Contra Costa County Historical Society Board member, and his wife, Clementina Diaz. On Saturday, Donald Bastin, Superior Court Judge Barry Goode, retired Appellate Court Justice James Marchiano, and current Superior Court Judge

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Judge Barry Goode speaks at the opening of the new “Justice & Judges” exhibit at the Contra Costa County History Center May 21, 2016.

Rick Flier shared some history of the County and stories of Judge Arnason, a much admired and revered judge, for whom the Pittsburg Courthouse is named. Among many others, Judge Ar-

nason was the jurist for the 1970s Angela Davis trial. Beverly Lane of Danville also shared a story of what it was like to face an early Justice of the Peace. In the exhibit itself, apart from the history of the court system and the courthouses, many firsts are portrayed in the exhibit, including the first female judge in Contra Costa County, Betsy Rahn (Municipal Court, 1959); the first African American judge, George D. Carroll (Bay Municipal Court, 1965); and the first woman to serve on the Superior Court, E. Patricia Herron (1965). The exhibit is located at the History Center at 724 Escobar St., Martinez, and is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the third Saturday of each month. The public is encouraged to stop by.

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The annual Corpus Christi (Boże Ciało) Procession from the Polish Our Lady Mother of Immigrants Chapel to St. Catherine of Siena Church in downtown Martinez, Sunday, May 29, 2016. The procession is a Catholic feast celebrated as a public holiday in Poland, and is the day when the Catholic Church commemorates the practice of Holy Eucharist, or Communion. “Corpus Christi” is a Latin phrase that refers to the body of Christ. During the succession, people scatter ﬂowers on the streets to welcome Jesus, who is believed to walk the streets with the people during Corpus Christi processions.

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Police Blotter By DANNY YOEONO Martinez Tribune The crime blotter is compiled from public record and is not confirmed by Martinez Police or any other party unless otherwise stated. Some accounts may be unfounded.

Saturday, May 21 At 3:30 a.m., it was discovered that a newspaper rack sitting in front of the Virginia Hills shopping center CVS pharmacy was broken into and an estimated $3 was taken. This was not a Martinez Tribune newspaper rack. Another newspaper rack was reported to have been broken into at the Fresh Start Cafe on Alhambra Avenue at 5:44 a.m. This time the thief may have gotten away with $3-4. Dude, c’mon. How much do you just love crime that you would rob newspaper

racks – a petty theft – to come out with no more than a few dollars. Dream bigger man. At 8:24 a.m., the glass front door at the AT&T store on Arnold Drive was found shattered. There’s gotta be a better way to get the new iPhone. Near 3 p.m., a suspicious person in a baseball cap was reportedly hitting car mirrors and yelling at people while walking dangerously close to the Martinez Tribune office going westbound on Ward Street.

Sunday, May 22 Alhambra Avenue Safeway employees finally caught a suspected donut thief who had stolen donuts from the grocery store located by the high school for two days in a row before being caught. Let’s hope maximum security prison has maple

glazed donuts. The same Safeway experienced another theft, this time at 3:50 p.m. With slightly higher ambitions than donuts, the alleged burglar was trying to get away with chicken and two bottles of alcohol. A woman reported that her neighbor had somehow gotten access to her roof on Scenic Avenue and looked into her windows, even going so far as to taunt the woman.

Monday, May 23 At 12:17 a.m., it was reported a young man was on the curb of Main Street and Alhambra Avenue for hours allegedly wearing a t-shirt, jeans and boots while wrapped in garbage bags. Monday is garbage day so this is not out of the ordinary. At 4:46 p.m., a duo of female juveniles allegedly stole a total of two bottles of al-

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cohol and were seen joining two other female juveniles near the Safeway store from which the alcohol was stolen. The girls were approximately 17 years of age and did not have the wherewithal to get enough alcohol so each girl could have their own bottle.

Tuesday, May 24 At around 5:30 p.m., a man in a black hat was reportedly looking into vehicles parked along Escobar Street in front of the Creek Monkey Tap House while holding a navy blue duffel bag and a tall can of beer.

Wednesday, May 25 At 9:09 a.m., public drunkenness was reported on Berrellesa Street because a man was smashing bottles in the street before passing out. This has apparently been an ongoing problem.

Thursday, May 26 A possible threat was reported at 9:21 a.m. when a person was said to have been showcasing malicious intent by brandishing sticks and stones and an additional possible weapon, as if bone breaking tools were not enough. More alcohol was reportedly stolen from the Safeway on Alhambra Avenue at 12:19 p.m., this time by four Vicente students. Why is this Safeway the only store where alcohol is stolen? There are other stores to steal from; give Safeway a break! At 4:24 p.m., a resident of Via El Dorado Lane reported that their door had excrement on it. Which is no big deal, it totally washes off. A man asked for police protection from “soldiers” four days from this date.

Arrest Log Those appearing in the following listings have only been arrested on suspicion of the crimes indicated and are presumed innocent. Arrests listed may not necessarily have taken place in Martinez. n Travis York, 53, was arrested May 31 for allegedly taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent. n Sean Finkelstine, 32, was arrested May 31 on charges related to the purchase, possession or use of tear gas. n Richard Lopez, 31, was arrested May 30 for the alleged possession of a controlled substance. n Shannon Smith-Castro, 41, was arrested May 29 on warrants or holds only. n Mark Flower, 54, was arrested May 28 for allegedly being intoxicated in public. n Bronson Boyle, 25, was arrested May 28 for warrants or u ARRESTS: Page 3

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displaced when a fire ripped through an apartment complex on Arnold Drive near Morello Avenue early Tuesday morning. ConFire officials said they were able to save $756,000 in property, but that two units in the complex were a “complete loss” due to heavy fire damage. Seven other units were damaged, but salvageable. One minor injury occurred during the fire, which began around 5 a.m. The cause of the blaze is still under investigation.

Elderly woman suffers major injuries in car crash MARTINEZ, Calif. – A woman suffered major injuries Tuesday afternoon when her vehicle veered from Highway 4 and traveled down an embankment, according to California Highway Patrol (CHP) officials. Around 1 p.m. officers responded to a crash on eastbound Highway 4, near McEwen Road in unincorporated Contra Costa County. Upon arrival, CHP crews found a 72-year-old Rodeo, California, woman trapped in her car, which had crashed into a tree after traveling down the embankment. Crews were able to extricate her from the vehicle and she was taken to John Muir Medical Center in Walnut Creek, suffering from major but non-life-threatening injuries. No other vehicles were involved in the crash. The accident is still under investigation.

Tesoro grants city $90,000 to fund Homeless Outreach MARTINEZ, Calif. – The City of Martinez has funded homeless advocacy programs designed to provide essential resources to the community’s most vulnerable population since 2011. This work was jeopardized, however, when Contra Costa Homeless Outreach announced it would be discontinuing operations June 30. That all changed when Tesoro refinery announced its foundation had approved a three-year, $90,000 grant to support the city’s Homeless Outreach Initiative. Tesoro’s investment will help the City continue this work by con-

and promote the availability of services, through our own resources or those of our many partner organizations in Central Contra Costa County. This funding will help the program sustain the momentum built over the past several years thanks to the tireless efforts of Doug Stewart and others with the Contra Costa u GRANT: Page 16

tracting with a local homelessness advocate experienced with assisting the homeless in Martinez. “We are most grateful to Tesoro for this substantial grant, which will enable us to continue offering direct outreach services to our homeless,” said Martinez Police Chief Manjit Sappal. “Our goal is to forge positive relationships

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holds only. n Sierra Hull, 32, was arrested May 27 for the alleged possession of a controlled substance. n Chrise Robinson, 50, was arrested May 26 for driving with a suspended license for drunk driving. n Jimmy Cornelius, 35, was arrested May 26 for warrants or holds only. n Edward McElroy, 24, was arrested May 26 for warrants or holds only. n Antonio Tavera, 21, was arrested May 26 for alleged use or being under the influence of a controlled substance. n Antony Debonneville, 20, was arrested May 26 for allegedly resisting, ob-

structing or delaying a peace officer. n Christopher Yuhas, 31, was arrested May 26 for allegedly driving with license suspended for drunk driving. n Melissa Leyendecker, 31, was arrested May 25 for purported trespassing. n Thomas Arellans, 25, was arrested May 25 for the alleged possession of narcotic controlled substance. n Corrado Cevasco, 22, was arrested May 25 for warrants or holds only. n John Ramirez, 46, was arrested May 23 for allegedly driving with drugs in system. n David Biasotk, 31, was arrested May 23 for alleged possession of controlled substance paraphernalia.

n Jamal Alloun, 33, was arrested May 23 for allegedly using or being under the influence of a controlled substance. n Alex Mercado, 28, was arrested for the purported possession of narcotic controlled substance. n Lucas Mullins, 37, was arrested May 21 for the alleged possession of narcotic controlled substance. n Alexander Hayes, 20, was arrested May 21 for alleged trespass, refusing to leave property. n Jeremiah Mercure, 35, was arrested May 21 for alleged petty theft. n Tony Johnson, 45, was arrested May 21 on warrants or holds only.

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Weather, Astronomical & Tides Friday, June 3

Saturday, June 4

Sunday, June 5

Monday, June 6

Tuesday, June 7

Wednesday, June 8

Thursday, June 9

92º / 55º Partly sunny & hot

91º / 58º Partly sunny, very warm

81º / 56º Not as warm

77º / 56º Sunny to partly cloudy

81º / 55º Mostly sunny

82º / 51º Increasing cloudiness

81º / 48º Clearing

Sunrise / Sunset 5:47 a.m. / 8:27 p.m.

Sunrise / Sunset 5:46 a.m. / 8:28 p.m.

Sunrise / Sunset 5:46 a.m. / 8:29 p.m.

Sunrise / Sunset 5:46 a.m. / 8:30 p.m.

Moonrise / Moonset 4:54 a.m. / 6:58 p.m.

Moonrise / Moonset 5:43 a.m. / 8:06 p.m.

Moonrise / Moonset 6:36 a.m. / 9:10 p.m.

Moonrise / Moonset 7:34 a.m. / 10:07 p.m.

Moonrise / Moonset 8:35 a.m. / 10:57 p.m.

Moonrise / Moonset 9:37 a.m. / 11:41 p.m.

Moonrise / Moonset 10:38 a.m. / 12:19 a.m. (FD)

High Tides 12:11 a.m. (5.94 ft) 1:37 p.m. (4.33 ft)

High Tides 12:51 a.m. (6.17 ft) 2:35 p.m. (4.46 ft)

High Tides 1:33 a.m. (6.23 ft) 3:30 p.m. (4.59 ft)

High Tides 2:17 a.m. (6.14 ft) 4:25 p.m. (4.66 ft)

High Tides 3:03 a.m. (5.91 ft) 5:18 p.m. (4.69 ft)

High Tides 3:51 a.m. (5.54 ft) 6:10 p.m. (4.72 ft)

High Tides 4:42 a.m. (5.09 ft) 7:02 p.m. (4.72 ft)

Low Tides 7:27 a.m. (-0.69 ft) 6:46 p.m. (1.41 ft)

Low Tides 8:18 a.m. (-0.92 ft) 7:37 p.m. (1.71 ft)

Low Tides 9:08 a.m. (-1.02 ft) 8:30 p.m. (1.94 ft)

Low Tides 9:56 a.m. (-1.02 ft) 9:25 p.m. (2.03 ft)

Low Tides 10:43 a.m. (-0.95 ft) 10:21 p.m. (2.07 ft)

Low Tides 11:29 a.m. (-0.79 ft) 11:19 p.m. (2.07 ft)

Low Tides 12:14 p.m. (-0.56 ft)

Temperatures from AccuWeather. Astronomical information by U.S. Naval Observatory Astronomical Applications Department. Water levels measured from Martinez-Amorco Pier. (FD is Following Day; PD is Preceding Day.)

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Datebook Now through ... “Esperanza...” a Pirate Romance When: Now through June 5. Performances are Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Where: Campbell Theater, 636 Ward St., Martinez Details: “Esperanza” is the next production for Onstage Repertory Theatre. Written by Martinez resident Gretchen Givens and Linda Gregg who lives in England, it is truly a tale of high seas adventure complete with romance and pirates, with a handful of adult humor thrown in. Cast members include Rhonda Joy Taylor as Maggie, and Mitchell Munroe as Jim, Jene Bombardier, Lisa Luttinger, Matthew Martin, Sal Russo, Martin Ashe, Linda Sciacqua and Remmington Stone. Directors are Mark Hinds and Helen Means, with musical

direction by Jene Bombardier and choreography by Anne Baker. Cost: $22 adults, $18 seniors (60 and over), and Thursday performances are $15 for everyone. Info: Esperanza.BrownPaperTickets.com

Martinez. Details: The Martinez Historical Society is hosting a talk about the USS Potomac, the yacht owned by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Snacks will be served.

Hall Closet Re-Opening When: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 4 Where: Hall Closet, 100 Glacier Drive, Martinez (follow signs around to the back). Details: Grand three-hour $5 a bag sale. Fill a bag (furnished) with fresh merchandise (jewelry excluded). Info: (925) 957-0019 or www.reachingouryouth.org

Coffee with a Cop When: 8-11 a.m. Sunday, June 5 Where: Starbucks Coffee, 700 Main St., Martinez. Details: The Martinez Police Department would like to invite the public to have coffee with a cop. Come on down and meet your local police as they protect and serve the community every single day. No agenda, just come down between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sponsored by Starbucks.

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USS Potomac Presentation When: 1-3 p.m. Sunday, June 5 Where: Veteran’s Memorial Hall, 930 Ward St.,

One on one computer help A computer docent is at the Martinez Library on Mondays and Tuesdays (formerly on Fridays) to help with computer related questions. Make reservations on Monday for between 3-5 p.m. or 5-7 p.m. Tuesday. Please stop by the reference desk or give the Library a call at (925) 646-9900 for reservations.

Pirate Invasion! When: 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 6 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Sail for adventure with ye ol Cap’n Jack Spareribs to kick off the summer “Lunch at the Library” Program. Magic, comedy, and fun for the whole family with your favorite pirate. And remember to pick up your Summer Reading Festival Record after the show! Cost: Free

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Tuesday, June 7 Button Making When: 3-4 p.m. Tuesday June 7 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Join us to make pin-backed buttons. All materials provided. Feel free to bring your own designs for 2.25 or 1 inch buttons. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org Urban Century: America’s Return to Main Street When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 7 Where: Campbell Theater, 636 Ward St., Martinez. Details: Documentary film on downtown communities becoming vibrant, desirable destinations to live, work and play. Cost: Free Info: http://http://mainstreetmartinez.org

Friday, June 10 “Nature” at Martinez Gallery When: 6-8:30 p.m. Friday, June 10 Where: Martinez Gallery, 610 Court St. Martinez. Details: Stop in and meet the artists, see the new work and enjoy light refreshments. The current

show – Dreams – will be on display through May. Recently four new artists were juried into the gallery: Cheyenne Clarke (watercolor), Jackie Gerry (ceramics), Jane Russell (mosaics), and Diana Violante (oils). Their work will be part of the Nature exhibition. The gallery is part of the Martinez Art Association (MAA) and donates 15 percent of sales as art grants to local schools. Open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: (925) 370-6270 or http://maagallerymartinez. weebly.com. Fridays on the Main When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, June 10 Where: Main Street, downtown Martinez. Details: Car cruise & show, live music and farmers market. Cost: Free Info: www.fridaysonthemain.com The Vagabond Follies When: 8 p.m. June 10 Where: Campbell Theater, 636 Ward St., Martinez. Details: Song and dance in grand classic style. Cost: $18-20 Info: (925) 350-9770 or http://m.bpt.me/ event/2545006

Saturday, June 11 Hawk, Honkers and Hoots When: 2 p.m. Saturday, June 11 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Get up close and personal with the bird ambassadors of the Hawks, Honkers and Hoots team. Learn about local and migratory avian wildlife featuring raptors and

water birds. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org The Vagabond Follies When: 8 p.m. June 11 Where: Campbell Theater, 636 Ward St., Martinez. Details: Song and dance in grand classic style. Cost: $18-20 Info: (925) 350-9770 or http://m.bpt.me/ event/2545006 Downtown Summer Wine Stroll When: 2-5:30 p.m. Saturday, June 11 Where: Main Street Plaza (next to Starbucks), downtown Martinez. Details: Spend a relaxing afternoon strolling from business to business in downtown Martinez. Stop in participating stores and restaurants to sample delicious wines and treats. Redeem your advance purchase ticket for wine glass, tasting tickets & Passport beginning at 2 p.m. at the Main Street Plaza (next to Starbucks) Cost: $25 at the door or $21.99 online. Info: http://mainstreetmartinez.org

Sunday, June 12 The Vagabond Follies When: 2:30 p.m. June 11 Where: Campbell Theater, 636 Ward St., Martinez. Details: Song and dance in grand classic style. Cost: $18-20 Info: (925) 350-9770 or http://m.bpt.me

Monday, June 13 Lunch at the Library When: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 12-1 p.m. June 13 through

Magazines & soft-back books needed! Magazines (and soft back books) are needed at the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center, 2500 Alhambra Ave., Martinez. The Auxiliary Volunteers deliver some 150 magazines each week to the 14 waiting rooms around the hospital and clinics. The magazines help make the long waits bearable. Bring magazines to the hospital lobby information desk or the Gift Shop. All personal labels are removed by the Auxiliary Volunteers before they are delivered. For more information please call the Gift Shop at (925) 370-5818, or email Rhonda.Smith@hsd.cccounty.us.

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Datebook Aug. 10 (excluding July 4). Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Children ages 1 to 18 are invited to stop by the Martinez Library during the noon hour for a free lunch and to enjoy special stories and activities on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays all summer long. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org Briones 4-H Open House When: 5-8 p.m. Monday, June 13 Where: Bill’s Ace Hardware, parking lot at Pacheco and Morello Avenue. Info: Come for info about 4-H for boys and girls age 5-19. Animals, activities, club info and project displays. Twenty-five cent hot dogs. Info: briones@contracosta4H.org

Tuesday, June 14 Origami When: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 14 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Master paper folder, Charles Esseltine, will help you learn the art of origami. All materials provided. Best for grades 2 and up. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org An Introduction to Tea When: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 14 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Tea is a beverage with a lengthy history, many varieties and even health benefits. John Vander Kamp, a tea expert, will be hosting a

no-cost, one hour educational workshop, including a tasting of different kinds of teas. Call to register. Cost: Free Info: (925) 646-9900

Friday, June 17 “Florence Nightingale Live!” Fundraiser When: 8 p.m. on Friday, June 17 Where: Martinez Campbell Theatre, 636 Ward St., Martinez. Details: “Florence Nightingale - Live!” written and performed by Dr. Candy Campbell. An interactive, witty and poignant exploration of our current state of health-consciousness through the eyes of the founder of modern nursing. Campbell explores healthcare in bygone days in reflection on the future of medicine. Cost: General admission $20 Info: Resevations at (925) 518-3277; Onstagetheatre. homestead.com; Candycampbell.com.

Saturday, June 18 “Florence Nightingale Live!” Fundraiser When: 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 18 Where: Martinez Campbell Theatre, 636 Ward St., Martinez. Details: “Florence Nightingale - Live!” written and performed by Dr. Candy Campbell. An interactive, witty and poignant exploration of our current state of health-consciousness through the eyes of the founder of modern nursing. Campbell explores healthcare in bygone days

in reflection on the future of medicine. Cost: General admission $20 Info: Resevations at (925) 518-3277; Onstagetheatre. homestead.com; Candycampbell.com. King of the County BBQ Challenge and Music Festival When: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 18 Where: Martinez Waterfront Park Details: BBQ competition, vendors, live music, games and family entertainment. First jury for all vendors is April 20; vendor applications must be submitted by April 18. Info: www.countybbq.com

Sunday, June 19 King of the County BBQ Challenge and Music Festival When: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 19 Where: Martinez Waterfront Park Details: BBQ competition, vendors, live music, games and family entertainment. First jury for all vendors is April 20; vendor applications must be submitted by April 18. Info: www.countybbq.com

Tuesday, June 21 Artist Hangout When: 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 21 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: A collection of prints and posters by Lorena Castillo. The exhibit is hanging through June at the Martinez Library. Cost: Free Details: http://ccclib.org

Rotary Report

Water, water everywhere ... plenty for us to drink? By PAUL CRAIG Special to Martinez Tribune The good news is that Los Vaqueros Reservoir (LV as it’s known to aficionados) is about half-full. This means that it’s holding enough water to keep Contra Costa Water District customers running for nearly a year. And the rainy season isn’t over yet. Contra Costa Water District (CCWD) Board of Directors member John Burgh gave Martinez Rotary good news and some things to think about during a recent meeting. Rainfall is enormously variable. While CCWD’s water supply is above average for this year, there have been many years when it’s way low. Water conservation will be needed indefinitely. We’ve cut our water use lots, but this doesn’t mean our bills will go down. CCWD has lots of fixed costs, and lots of maintenance costs. When these costs are amortized over lower total water use, rates go up. Sad but true. CCWD is doing its job well; our water isn’t very expensive. Good engineering means that water is likely to keep flowing even if there’s a major earthquake. Unlike Sacramento River dikes, which are massively vulnerable to an earthquake, Los Vaqueros is built to modern standards and will withstand all but the strongest of earthquakes. Things to think about: California grows lots of water-consuming crops. The most water-intensive are cotton and rice. These two crops alone use about as much water as all urban use combined – about 20 percent or so of all our water. Maybe it’s time to abandon them. Almond trees are being planted in abundance. They’re high-profit crops. Unlike alfalfa, rice, cotton and other field crops, almond orchards cannot be allowed to go fallow in drought years. Without regular watering, the trees will die. Maybe it’s time to discourage almonds. Ag water use would only occur after huge fights with entrenched and powerful Ag-interests. Don’t hold your breath. There’s lots of discussion of shipping more of “our” water to Southern Califor-

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Contra Costa Water District Boardmember John Burgh at a recent meeting of Martinez Rotary.

nia. Governor Brown seems to like this. Unsurprisingly, CCWD isn’t enthusiastic. There’s discussion about desalinization. Unfortunately the cost of desalinization is some three or four times the present cost of water. Not in the cards.

What about recycling? “Purple pipes” will be used extensively at the Concord Naval Station development. Recycling is coming. Green lawns are being replaced by xero culture (dry gardens). That’s the reason for the 35 percent reduction in water use that CCWD has seen during the drought. Modern recycling works well. Recycled water is fine for drinking, though there’s still a gut-feeling that it’s “icky.” An intriguing “way out” idea is to bring water south from the Colombia River by railroad. Whether this makes sense or not remains to be seen. But … water by train does seem way better than frak-oil by train. Go figure!

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A ‘thank you’ from Alhambra’s boys volleyball team Erin and Nader, Coach Peter Crowley here from the Alhambra High School Men’s Volleyball Team. I just wanted to take a moment now that our season is done and thank you and your staff (writer Gerardo Recinos and photographer Mark Fierner) for their excellent coverage of our team during our NCS Championship Season. It has been a joy to open the

paper (actually look online) and to find your in-depth coverage of our boys volleyball team accompanied by so many splendid photographs. Alhambra has come a long way since the program began in 2000 (I remember trouncing Alhambra their first year when I was coaching Miramonte to their first TCAL Championship that year), and if I can build the

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solid program that I envision over the next few years, I hope to be back in NCS before too long. Currently, my son is a sophomore at Alhambra and my daughter will be entering the Junior High next year, so I expect to be with the program for the foreseeable future.

Now that the boys high school season has ended, I now return to the world of club volleyball where I am the Developmental Director at Pacific Rim Volleyball in Pleasant Hill (the older I get, the younger the players I seem to coach!). Next month, I will myself be accompanying the Pacific Rim 14-1

Boys Team down to Anaheim for the SCVA Boys Jr. Invitationals, then on to the Boys Junior National Championships in Dallas, Texas, before flying to the USA Volleyball High Performance Championships in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, where I have been selected to help coach our NCVA Regional Team as a

Amtrak opening ... Erin, I just read the article, “City breaks ground on Phase 3,” on page three of the May 27-June 2, 2016, issue of the Martinez Tribune. The article says that the current Amtrak Station opened in 2002. However, it was 2001. I lived in Walnut Creek at the time. The new station was supposed to open on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2001. It did not, because the parking lot had not been striped. While I was riding the bus to Martinez on that day, intending to be there for the first day of the new station, I heard about the [9/11] attacks from a passenger who was listening to the radio.

Later, after arriving at the old Amtrak Station, I heard more about the attacks. The station opened on Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2001, and I was there that day. The grand opening celebration was on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2001, and I was there for that. – Cliff Sampson *** Dear Cliff, Thanks for your careful eye and excellent memory. We appreciate the information, and have corrected the story in the online edition. – Erin Clark, Publisher

HP Coach. Between that and coordinating volunteers for the Martinez Community Swim Team, all my free time will be spoken for. All my best and thank you again for having such thoughtful and conscientious employees. – Peter M. Crowley Alhambra Men’s Volleyball

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7 “You are God’s masterpiece; and as long as you answer to His purpose for you, with faith and in prayer, He can never fail you.” – Chinonye J. Chidolue

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Face your need of Christ now, not on deathbed By BILLY GRAHAM Tribune Content Agency Q: Since one of the men who was crucified with Jesus turned to Him at the last minute and was saved, why I can’t I do the same? I’m having too much fun to be a Christian now, but why can’t I turn to Jesus when I’m about to die and still go to heaven? - M.C. A: It’s true; when Jesus was crucified, one of the men executed with Him

asked Jesus to save him and take him to heaven, although he was a criminal who deserved only hell. This was an act of deep faith on his part, and Jesus responded by promising to save him. He said, “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise” (Luke 23:43). But another man was also crucified with Jesus, and he refused to believe. Like his fellow criminal, he had only minutes to live, but instead of turning to Christ and asking to be saved, he mocked Jesus and

refused to put his trust in Him, and as a result, he was lost. How do you know which of those two you’d be? The answer is, you don’t. Yes, right now you think you’ll turn to Christ at the last minute, but will you? The further we drift away from God, the harder it is to come back. Sin also has a way of hardening our hearts so much that we’re unable to hear God’s call. This could happen to you. Don’t gamble with your soul, and don’t be misled into thinking that the life you’re

now living will bring you lasting happiness, for it won’t. Instead, face your need of Christ, and discover the peace and new life He alone gives. Don’t delay; the Bible warns, “Now is the time of God’s favor, now is the day of salvation” (2 Corinthians 6:2). Send your queries to “My Answer,” c/o Billy Graham, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, N.C., 28201; call 1-(877) 2-GRAHAM, or visit the website for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association: www.billygraham.org.

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Analyzing the proofs for the existence of God may not lead to a direct answer By RABBI MARC GELLMAN Tribune Content Agency Q: I can’t help but look at things as if it was a line. Before man on the line is God. Who is before him? If it is a super-God then who is before the super-God? You see my dilemma? I can’t put a point as to where the line starts. – W A: Congratulations dear W! In your spiritual musings you have stumbled upon the Cosmological Proof for the existence of God. Thomas Aquinas and other medieval scholastics believed that faith could be proven by reason alone; without any need to depend upon divine revelation, which they of course also believed was true. Rational proofs for the existence of God took a few basic forms. I will summarize them with brutal brevity. There is, first of all, your question and the Cosmological Proof. This proof depends upon the rational idea that an infinite series of events in time could never be completed. So if the time before this present moment was infinite, we could never have gotten to now. Therefore, the proof concludes, there must have been a first cause of everything. A cause that was not itself caused. This is what Aristotle called an unmoved mover. This is rationally true and therefore God, the unmoved mover, has been rationally proven to exist.

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The Teleological also existed. Therefore, Proof for the existence because we understand of God begins with the that definition of God rational observation we must also logically that the universe disbe forced to conclude plays order. The laws that such a being exof the universe operate ists. Thus the existence everywhere and withof a perfect being out variation. Here on rationally demands that Earth, living organisms it also exists. display an astounding What have been the level of order and critiques of these mediintegration that allows eval rational proofs for them to live and adapt. the existence of God? Because things simply Philosophers work beautifully in the have challenged the TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY Rabbi Marc Gellman. universe and display Cosmological Proof such exquisite order, by stating that an the conclusion is deduced that such uncaused cause is a contradiction in order requires an order-er whom we terms. It is like a married bachelor. call God. Thus the rational existence of Everything has a cause and we in this God as the Creator of the universe has world, at this time are just somewhere been proven. along the infinite series of causes. Then there is the Ontological Proof Another critique is that time did in fact for the existence of God. This rational begin with the Big Bang that created proof does not require an ordered the universe, but there is no need to world. It is a logical proof. As St. posit God as the Banger for the Bang. Anselm and others articulated it, a The Teleological Proof has been being greater than which nothing can critiqued by pointing out all the chaos be conceived is the best definition of in the universe. Planets do indeed go God. We understand that definition. crashing into other planets and human Now, such a being could either exist or beings do die of cancers and others disnot exist. If it did not exist it would not eases that prove how unteleological our really be such a being because it would supposedly perfect bodies actually are. be inferior to a being greater than Philosophers who point out that which nothing could be conceived that existence is not a predicate have

criticized the Ontological Proof for the existence of God. I understand the definition of what constitutes a unicorn but this does not in any way logically require that unicorns exist. I can conceive of having a million dollars but this does not mean that I actually have a million dollars. I think these proofs are better than their critics suppose and weaker than many of their supporters wish. More fundamentally, I do not like the effort to make the act of faith just like the act of all rational thinking. I believe that faith is about trust and hope. Faith is about moral virtue and compassion. The rational processes of nature, “so bloody in hoof and claw,” crush the weak in favor of the strong. The spiritual forces of faith protect the weak against the strong. Reason teaches us that life is nasty, brutish, and short, and then we die. Faith teaches us that we are all made in the image of God and that death is not the end of us. The only rational statement about faith that reaches the part of me where my faith actually resides is from philosopher Albert Camus’ wisdom: “I would rather live my life as if there is a God and die to find out there isn’t, than live my life as if there isn’t and die to find out there is.” Send QUESTIONS ONLY to The God Squad via email at godsquadquestion@aol.com.

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Alhambra’s Regan Silva receives the throw at first base in the Bulldogs’ 7-3 win over Concord on May 27, 2016. (MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune)

Alhambra gets back to big game By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune

For the third year in a row, the Alhambra Lady Bulldogs will be playing for the North Coast Section crown. It’s only fitting that the twice defending champions should get a chance to defend their title as their swan song in Division II. The Bulldogs could earn the distinction after a 5-1 win over Carondelet-Concord on June 1 put them in the big dance. It wasn’t a forgone conclusion, and although no one was saying it, this is where the Dogs expected to be. Well almost no one. Coach Paul Buccellato isn’t exactly quiet about the fact that he feels his team is one of the best in the section overall, so after the game he was still a peeved with some of the mistakes made in the loss, and their weren’t many. Sam Whitworth twirled a gem, going the distance and allowing only six hits in a tidy 80-pitch outing. She did however allow an RBI-double to Carondelet’s Michaela VanDerklugt. But Buccellato took the blame for that one. He called for a drop ball, despite wanting Whitworth to throw a change-up. “She pitched pretty good, and didn’t

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MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune Alhambra senior Sam Whitworth threw seven innings in her 17th win of the season in a 5-1 win in the NCS semi-final over Carondelet on Wednesday, June 1, 2016.

have her best stuff. That team [Carondelet] can hit,” Buccellato said. “As soon as I called it, I yelled out at Cara [DiMercurio], ‘no, no, no!’ She hit it right where I knew she was going to hit it.” But Whitworth pitched through the adversity, stranding six runners, and getting out of some jams with strong pitching and some good defense behind her.

Lindsey Osmer, who went 2-for-2 at the plate, turned three double plays for her pitcher, including one in the first inning with clean-up hitter Keleva Salt at the plate. Alhambra had a couple of wasted chances themselves at the plate, but did all their scoring in one inning, so they didn’t need to do much more. u BIG GAME: Page 9

Volleyball ousted in semi-finals By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune It happened 55 miles away from it’s epicenter, but the dream season finally ended for the Bulldog boys. Their 3-0 loss to LeighSan Jose marked the first time this season they lost a contest without getting at least a set win in three sets (they lost to Antioch 2-0 in the Foothill Invitational). Alhambra was the final team representing the North Coast Section in the Northern California CIF tournament, but were bounced by the eventual runners up on May 26. The winningest team in Alhambra boys volleyball history walked off the court

Sophomores Rios & D’Atri battle to make a mark at NCS Meet of Champions

in San Jose after three sets, probably with the same feeling Las Lomas felt only a week earlier. After being handedly beaten by the Longhorns, the 44th best team in the nation according to MaxPreps, in the first two sets of the night, Alhambra was gifted a big lead to start the third set. Leigh looked shaky and gifted Alhambra a 10-2 lead mostly off of a flurry of unforced mistakes on their part, as well as a few shots just wide of the mark. After the game Coach Peter Crowley said he felt stunned that they didn’t win that game, but credit the Leigh team for their ability to u VOLLEYBALL: Page 9

MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune Alhambra senior Kyle Magtibay (14) spikes the ball in the Bulldogs’ 3-0 loss to Leigh-San Jose on May 26, 2016. The Bulldogs reached the semi-finals of the CIF Nor Call Volleyball tournament.

The North Coast Section Meet of Champions was again held at the University of California at Berkeley’s famous yellow track this past Friday, May 27 and Saturday, May 28. Schools from the Bayshore, Coastal Mountain, Humboldt Del Norte and Valley conferences all attended the meet, making for the toughest competition yet this season. Most of the races had trials on Friday and finals on Saturday. The top 12 runners in each trials event qualified for Saturday’s race. The top three fastest runners in each Final event qualified for the CIF State Track Championships, which will be held in Fresno on June 3 and 4. Only two Bulldog athletes made the grade to qualify for the Meet of Champions, sophomores: Marissa D’Atri and Kiara Rios. D’Atri was the only Bulldog to attend Friday’s Trials. She raced in the first out of three heats, where her most formidable opponent was Campolindo’s Sarah Cella. D’Atri started the race behind Cella, Avi Wilson Perteete of St. Mary’s, and Emily Wylie of Liberty and followed them closely to complete the first lap in a fast 65.8 seconds. She maintained her fourth-place position over the second lap and finished fourth in a personal record of 2:17.61 to shut out her other four opponents in the race. After the other two heats were run, D’Atri had the 11th fastest time to narrowly qualify for the Finals. On Saturday, all 12 of the qualifiers returned to run at 3

p.m. This time, D’Atri also battled California’s Alyssa Brewer and Monte Vista’s Heidi Fuhriman, two of the fastest 800-meter runners in the state. At the start, it looked like Fuhriman and Brewer would be deciding the pace. When they reached 200 meters, D’Atri made a surprise move and quickly took the lead. She passed the 400 meter mark with an incredible 20 meter lead, and still held it through 500 meters. D’Atri’s lead began to diminish almost immediately after, as Fuhriman and Brewer would not be denied. At 550 meters in they surged past her, and the rest of the field caught up. In the final 100-meter stretch, D’Atri’s energy seemed to run out, but she still managed to take 11th overall in a decent time of 2:20.5. Brewer, Fuhriman, and Wilson-Perteete took the top three spots and qualifications for State, crossing the line in 2:08, 2:10 and 2:11 respectively. Meanwhile in the girls shot put, Rios put up solid throws. Her first effort was 29 feet, 10 inches and her second throw was measured at 28 feet, 5 inches. Rios summoned up some energy for her last toss and threw her second-farthest throw ever of 31 feet, 6.5 inches to take 21st out of 24 athletes. Here Rios ended her spectacular season as well. Rios and D’Atri each have bright futures in track and field as juniors in 2017 and seniors in 2018. As the cross country season also approaches in the fall, look for D’Atri to become a serious threat in the DFAL and the North Coast Section. For more information, pictures and results, please visit www.alhambratrack.org.

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Late push propels Lady Dogs to playoff opener win over Concord By CLAIRE PULKOWNIK Martinez Tribune The Lady Bulldogs are headed to the semi-finals of Division II North Coast Section for their fifth straight year in division II after their 7-3 win over the Concord Minutemen on Friday May 27, 2016. As the number one seed, Alhambra earned a bye for the first round, and faced number eight seed Concord in the quarterfinals. Concord knocked off number nine Alameda in the previous round in order to advance. Alhambra’s bats started off strong in the bottom of the second on a line-drive triple for junior Miranda Nilson that brought home fellow junior and first-baseman Regan Silva. The first-baseman had reached on what would turn out to be a costly error by Concord’s left-fielder. Runs kept coming in for the Bulldogs in the third. As there were two runners in scoring position with one out as Karlee Sparacino came up to bat and hit a ground ball to the Minutemen’s second baseman. On a fielder’s choice, Concord’s catcher, sophomore Veronica Castaneda, dropped the ball, allowing pinch-runner JoJo Kelly to score. Later in the inning, Silva

swung and missed the ball on a 1-2 count with two outs. Luckily for Silva, and Sparacino on third base, she was able to make it to first base safely, allowing her teammate to score at home plate. While the Bulldogs were scoring runs, their base running was not up to the caliber they would have liked. Five of fourteen runners were brought in to pinch-run for the starters during the game. “Our base-running wasn’t there...That’s why I think we made the mistakes that let them stay in the game, if we don’t make a couple of base running errors, we’re 7-0 easy,” Head Coach Buccellato said. “It costs us at least three, maybe four runs easy.” Alhambra’s starting pitcher, Sam Whitworth, pitched well through five innings. She allowed one hit, four walks, and struck out two batters. When asked why he choose to take his starter out, Coach Buccellato said, “Just to give her a rest. She pitched well, she only gave up one hit. Had a couple walks here and there, but she did a good job...I think my pitching can pitch against anybody and I need to have both pitchers ready to pitch at all times.” The Minutemen scored all three of their runs in the top of the sixth inning on two well

MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune Alhambra junior outfielder Miranda Nilson slides in safely to third base in the Bulldogs’ 7-3 win over the Concord Minutemen on Friday, May 27, 2016. Nilson went 2-for-3 with a double and triple. She also drove in a run.

hit balls to left-field. The first was a fly-ball double by senior Elvia Alvarado which scored Aleya Rath and Morgyn Wynne. The second was a single hard ground ball hit in the gap that allowed junior Juliana Pichardo to score from third. Even with the three runs scored by Concord, Alhambra was still up 4-3 as they went

up to bat in the sixth. Nilson, after smacking a line-drive double to left field and stealing third, scored on a wild pitch to begin the two-out rally for the Bulldogs. Alejia Lewis, pinch-running for Maci Shepherd, scored on an error by Concord. Alhambra went up 7-3 as Lindsey Osmer scored on a

single by Cervantes. After their win on Friday, the Bulldogs look to their semi-final match up against the number four seed, Carondelet Cougars on Wednesday June 1st at four pm at Alhambra High School. The winner of that game will face the winner of Newark Memorial vs. Montgomery in the finals.

“I just told them to have fun, you have fun, you’re gonna play well...relax and play,” Coach Buccellato said about the team moving forward in the playoffs. “This is a close knit group of kids, they all get along...they all got each others’ backs, and if they relax and have fun, we’re gonna do good.”

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pass their way out of bad spots. “[Our] passing was uncharacteristically off this match making the quick transition impossible,” Crowley said after the match. “Leigh hit well against us with seam and line shots and tooling our block at will.” Leigh got a handful of kills from nearly every player on the court, due to the creative

setting of senior Ben VanDerLuit, who was able to contort his body in mid-air and give his hitters great angles to work with. It was unlike any opponent the Bulldogs had faced up to that point. On top of that Alhambra had to deal with the loss of Christian Cota, a senior middle whose injured shoulder ruled him out of the

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Bri Perez drove in her 36th and 37th RBIs of the season on a single to center field to spark the Bulldogs. Perez had gone 0-for-2 against Concord, only the fourth time this seasons he had failed to get a hit. She made herself a menace on the base paths and swiped second and third before scoring on a fielder’s choice. Senior Cara DiMercurio singled in a run in her last game at Lady Bulldog field

and righted the ship after she too went hitless against Concord on May 27. Regan Silva also drove in a run on a booming RBI double. Twice the Bulldogs nearly put up another crooked number on Carondelet sophomore lefty Sophia Earle, but she was left of the hook by a base running gaffe by the Bulldogs, and a poor call on a sacrifice fly by the umpires. But it didn’t seem to mat-

ter, as Whitworth tip-toed around the circle confidently to get a win in her final outing at Lady Bulldog Field. Alhambra will do battle with a familiar foe in the Division II title game on June 4, as they take on Newark Memorial. The Bulldogs beat the Cougars in last season’s semi-final 2-1, and 5-3 in a tournament game in Reno this season. Sophomore Briana Edwards got the win in that contest.

entire Nor Cal experience. Dylan Hammond stepped in and performed admirably in the circumstances, but Crowley admitted that he still had some way to go, but that his potential was promising. Still without their usual lineup in there were some places where they were off in their usual rhythm, which Crowley acknowledged

had to do with missing a key cog like Cota. In the end, he credited Leigh by noting they were hungry to avenge a loss in the Central Coast Section playoff loss to Saratoga and get back at them in the Nor Cal Finals. Saratoga, the 19th best team in the nation according to MaxPreps, beat Leigh 3-0 handedly at Dublin High School on Saturday, May 28.

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TWO TIRES by Michelin, radial, size 185/65R15. Used, good condition. $50 for all. (925) 939-2152. _________________________________________________________________________

25” TV single base, moves side to side, remote control, mint condition, $100. (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________

DEAN MARTIN Celebrity Roasts, total of 17 DVDs, 15 are brand new, 2 have been played once. Asking price $110 or best offer. Call Ron, (925) 284-5428. _________________________________________________________________________

TWO WHEELCHAIRS, one over-sized, barely used, $300. Another standard size, black leather, foldable, paid $1,000+, used twice, asking $500 obo. Call Edwin, (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________

REMOTE CONTROL cars for sale. All models. (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________

OVER 200 films on VHS/ DVD for sale. Best offer. Call Edwin, (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________

DESIGNER SUITS, shirts, pants, shoes like new, some new, reasonably priced. (925) 825-7297. _________________________________________________________________________

BUILDING MOBILE (human pulled) emergency shelter housing for rescue, recreation or military. Need to build more units. Seeking sponsor. (510) 222-9420 _________________________________________________________________________

ART SUPPLIES. Call (424) 249-0703.

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FREE DISPLAY CASE, wood, glass doors, good shape. Call Pat at (925) 228-9061 or email p1229@ att.net. _________________________________________________________________________

FOR SALE Antique Eastlake dresser, headboard and matching commode, (925) 228-3045. _________________________________________________________________________

POTTERY BARN desk with hutch and chair, white. $500 obo. (925) 808-1534.

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STEREO SX components, twin towers, $800. Yamaha/ Mistubishi components, 4 sound towers, 1000 watts. Call Edwin, (925) 432-9230.

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sedan, ‘92, black on black, limosine tint, new tires, electronic ignition, etc. $2,500 obo. Call Edwin, (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________

2007 VICTORY VEGAS Jackpot (Custom Harley Davidson) 1,700 Miles. Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 ACURA ILX, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Sunroof, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2011 ACURA MDX, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, AWD, Tech Pkg, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

CHRISTIAN FEMALE seeking Section 8 rental, on bus route. Please call (925) 917-0168. _________________________________________________________________________

LOOKING FOR SF Bay Area radio station recordings from the 1920s through 1980s, if possible with local station ID breaks. From music shows, talk shows, newscasts, live band remotes, sports recordings, etc. For example, stations like KTAB, KSFO, KGO, KYA, KSFX, KDIA, KWBR, KOBY, KSAY, etc. Willing to pay to have digital copies made. Call Ron, (925) 2845428. _________________________________________________________________________

LOOKING FOR TV audio soundtracks from 1950s-1970s, i.e. variety shows, talk shows, sports recordings, etc. Call Ron, (925) 284-5428. _________________________________________________________________________

LOOKING FOR Brian Piccolo Story movie (not the Brian’s Song movie). Saw it on KTVU Channel 2 back in mid-‘70s. Willing to take home recorded version of this movie. Call Ron, (925) 284-5428.

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SELLING A VEHICLE, boat, appliance or other item? Tribune Classifieds are free!* Call (925) 2292026 or email classifieds@ martineztribune.com today! ________________________________________________________________________

TWO TIRES by Michelin, radial, size 185/65R15. Used, good condition. $50 for all. (925) 939-2152. _________________________________________________________________________

TOYOTA CAMRY 4 door

2011 AUDI A4, Quattro, Turbo Wagon, Panorama Roof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 AUDI A4 Premium, Quattro, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2009 AUDI A5, Navigation, Bluetooth, MoonRoof, Power Seats, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2007 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT, 22 Inch Custom Wheels, Fiber Optic Headliner, Massaging Seats, Twin Turbo, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 BMW 535i, Sunroof, Navigation, Back Up Cam, 1 Owner, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2008 BMW 650i, 6sp Manual, DVD, Navigation, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez (925) 957-1522.

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2007 CADILLAC DTS V8, Bluetooth, Leather, Onstar, Aux, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

2013 FIAT 500 Abarth, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, 5sp Manual, Turbo, Sunroof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE ECO, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Parking Sensors, BlueTooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2008 CHEVROLET IMPALA LT, Sunroof, Bluetooth, OnStar, Bose Sound, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2002 CHEVROLET TAHOE LS, 1 Owner, 4x4, 3rd Row Seating, Roof Rack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2010 DODGE CHALLENGER SE, 1 Owner, Upgraded Stereo, Navigation, BlueTooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2012 DODGE DURANGO R/T, AWD, 3rd Row Seating, Sunroof, Back Up Cam, 1 Owner, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2010 DODGE JOURNEY, 3rd Row Seating, BackUp Cam, Bluetooth, Tons of Storage, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2011 DODGE NITRO SXT, Sport Suspension, Chrome Wheels, Power Seat, Roof Rack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2007 DODGE RAM 2500 LARAMIE, 6.7 Cummins Diesel, 4x4, Low Miles, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

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2008 BMW 650i, Convertible, Manual 6sp, Navagation, 19 Inch Rims, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

2007 DODGE RAM 2500, MEGACAB, 4x4, 6.7 Cummins Diesel, Only 35k Miles, 1 Owner, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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2009 CADILLAC CTS AWD W/1SB, 1 Owner, Navigation, Bluetooth, Leather,

2006 DODGE RAM 2500 SLT, Lifted, 4x4, 5.9 Cummins Diesel, Low Miles,

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2012 FISKER KARMA ECOSPORT, Hybrid, Navigation, Low Miles, Super Car, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 FORD FIESTA SE, 1 Onwer, Bluetooth, Premium Sound, Microsoft Sync, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2009 FORD FOCUS SE, 1 Owner, Bluetooth, Aux Input, Microsoft Sync, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2014 FORD MUSTANG V6, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, 6sp Manual, AUX, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2003 GMC YUKON COMMERCIAL, 1 Owner, 3rd Row Seating, Rear Entertainment, Tow Package, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2003 HONDA ACCORD SDN EX, 1 Owner, Sunroof, Multi Disk Changer, Tow Hitch, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2011 HONDA CIVIC SDN, GX, CNG, Natural Gas, Keyless Entry, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2010 HONDA CR-V EX, 1 Owner, Sunroof, 6 Disk Changer, Privacy Glass, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 HONDA PILOT TOURING, 3rd Row Seating, Rear Entertainment, Fully Loaded, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2014 HYUNDAI SONATA

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GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, SiriusXM Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2014 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Aux / USB, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Heated Seats, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2012 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2012 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Leather, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2012 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, SiriusXM Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2011 HYUNDAI SONATA SE, Sunroof, Navigation, Bluetooth, AUX / USB, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2014 JEEP CHEROKEE LATITUDE, 1 Owner, 4x4, Bluetooth, Roof Rack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 KIA OPTIMA EX, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Backup Cam, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 KIA OPTIMA LX, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, SiriusXM Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2012 KIA SORENTO SX, 1 Owner, Leather,Bluetooth, BackUp Cam, Navigation, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez,

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(925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2014 KIA SPORTAGE, LX, AWD, 26 MPG, Aux, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2014 LAND ROVER Range Rover HSE, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Fully Loaded, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2007 LAND ROVER Range Rover Sport, HSE, AWD, Navigation, Sunroof, 1 Owner, Low Miles, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 LEXUS IS 250, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Premium Pkg Value Edition, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 LEXUS IS 250, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 LEXUS IS 250, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Backup Cam, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2014 LEXUS IS 250 F Sport, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Backup Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2008 LEXUS IS F, Navigation, Leather, Sunroof, Back Up Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2007 MASERATI QUATTROPORTE, Sport GT, Low Miles, Navigation, Parking Sensors, Super Car!, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA Grand Touring, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, 6sp Manual, Convertible, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2014 MERCEDES BENZ C250 Sport, Panoramic Sunroof, Navigation, Back

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Up Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 MERCEDES BENZ C250 Sport, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Panoramic Roof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 MERCEDES BENZ E350, 1 Owner, Navigation, Bluetooth, DVD, Premium Sound, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2012 MERCEDES BENZ GL450, AWD, 3rd Row, Navigation, Back Up Cam, Panoramic Sunroof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2012 MERCEDES BENZ GLK-350, 1 Owner, Panoroof, Bluetooth, RoofRack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2012 MERCEDES BENZ GLK350, AWD, Panoramic Sunroof, Back Up Cam, Navigation, 1 Owner, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2012 MERCEDES BENZ ML350 BlueTEC, 1 Owner, Diesel, Navigation, Backup Camera, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2003 MERCEDES BENZ SL-Class, DESIGNO Package, Launch Package, Convertible, Bose Audio, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2007 MERCEDES BENZ SL550, Convertable, AMG Sport Pkg, Navigation, Low Miles, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2012 MINI COOPER Hardtop, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Heated Seats, Panoramic Roof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2011 MINI COOPER Hardtop, 1 Owner, 6sp Manual, Bluetooth, Sirius Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925

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Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2011 MINI COOPER Hardtop, 1 Owner,6sp Manual, Panoramic Roof, Harman/ Kardon Sound, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2014 MINI COOPER Paceman, Keyless Start, Bluetooth, Manufactures Warranty, Hill Start Assist, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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factures Warranty, Sunroof, Traction Control, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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2014 TOYOTA CAMRY SE, 1 Owner, Manufactures Waranty, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

2015 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Sedan 2.0L S, 1 Owner, Bluetooth, Aux, Electronic Stability Control, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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2012 TOYOTA CAMRY SE, Keyless Entry, Bluetooth, Alloy Wheels, Stability Control, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2014 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 S, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Keyless Start, Power Seat, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

2012 TOYOTA CAMRY SE, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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2005 NISSAN MURANO S, Navigation, BackUp Cam, SunRoof, Roof Rack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

2013 TOYOTA PRIUS Persona, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Special Edition, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

2012 NISSAN ROGUE SL, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Leather, 360 Degree Cameras, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2005 PONTIAC GTO, 1 Owner, 14k Original Miles, Leather, Premium Wheels, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

1999 PORSCHE BOXSTER, Convertable, 5sp Manual, Red Leather, Sport Design, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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2008 TOYOTA TACOMA, Cruise Control, Power Steering, Dual Airbags, CD Player, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 TOYOTA COROLLA S, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Rear Spoiler, Keyless Entry, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2007 TOYOTA TACOMA, 1 Owner, 4X4, Double Cab, TRD Sport Pkg, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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2012 PORSCHE CAYENNE S, AWD, Sunroof, Navigation, Back Up Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

2013 VOLKSWAGEN CC LUX, 1 Owner, Navigation, Leather, Panorama Moonroof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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2008 SATURN VUE XR, 1 Owner, AWD, OnStar, XM Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

2014 VOLKSWAGEN CC SPORT, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Backup Cam, Navigation, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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2013 SMART FORTWO PURE, Low Miles, 34/41 MPG, AUX / USB, Clean CarFax, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez (925) 957-1522.

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tures Warranty, AWD, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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2013 VOLKSWAGEN CC Sport, 1 Owner, Turbo, Bluetooth, Leather, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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2012 SUBARU OUTBACK 3.6R, 1 Owner, Manufac-

2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Sedan, 1 Owner, Manu-

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Martinez! Call Michael Brionez, Broker, J. Rockcliff Realtors, (925) 288-0477, michaelbrionez.com. _________________________________________________________________________

212 NORTH PARK COURT

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2014 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA SportWagen TDI, Diesel, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Backup Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2015 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1.8T S, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Keyless Entry, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN S, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Heated Seats, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________

2013 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN S, 1 Owner, Panoramic Sunroof, Bluetooth, Privacy Glass, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.

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FOR SALE New 12 ft Wenonah (canoe). Hardly used, includes two wooden oars, $300 firm. (925) 229-0968.

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RESIDENTIAL REAL Estate Sales, experience in Trustee and Probate Sales. Complimentary Property Evaluation and Fair Market Analysis Provided. Michael Brionez, Broker, J. Rockcliff Realtors, (925) 2880477, michaelbrionez.com. _________________________________________________________________________

SOLD $492,000 - 7 Laurel Ct., Martinez, 2 bedroom home and studio. We have buyers wanting homes in

This NEW home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2 car garage. Beautiful tile floors downstairs and neutral carpet upstairs. Lots of windows bring natural light into this home. Laundry room is upstairs. The best energy efficient lighting plus a tankless water heater (endless hot water). Gardener and HOA paid by owner. Enjoy walking paths, bocce court, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play area and picnic tables. Plus Mountain View Park with

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baseball field, basketball courts, playgrounds, and large picnic areas. Alhambra High School district. 212 North Park Court, Martinez. $2,800. Call Property Managers, Inc., (925) 932-1700.

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2009 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Sedan S, Low Miles, Sunroof, 17inch Wheels, Rear Spoiler, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 9571522.

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$120,000 Vacant residential lot near downtown Martinez. Build your custom home! Michael Brionez, Broker, J. Rockcliff Realtors, (925) 288-0477, michaelbrionez.com.

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Omarr’s Weekly Astrological Forecast By JERALDINE SAUNDERS Tribune Content Agency ARIES (March 21-April 19): People fuel your passions. In the upcoming week you may prefer to work with someone close by your side. Your aggressiveness in social situations could ruffle a few feathers or a flirtatious attitude could be out of place. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Build up mental muscle. In the week to come you may stumble upon priceless information or become intrigued by a new interest. The first half of the week is the best time to make key decisions and presentations. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Opposites attract. You may be restless when working at any job unless you have a congenial other by your side. As this week unfolds you might find that a promising relationship is enhanced by some playful flirtations. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You are aware that quick fixes aren’t always an option. Perform repairs around the house, or with family members, to the best of your ability. As this week unfolds you can rely on a partner to point out flaws and fallacies. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Why you are mixed up isn’t much of a mystery. People may hide their feelings or pretend to be happy when they aren’t. Hold off on starting any major enterprises or making a crucial commitment in the week to come. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): In the week to come perform a reality check before making major purchases or considering a career, business, or job related change. Concentrate on finding common ground with others, so that you can share in the benefits.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Your restless need for contact with other human beings can put you in a predicament. You can be overly sociable in the workplace and too aggressive in a social setting. Think before you act in the week to come. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): In one pocket, out the other. Money might go out as fast as it comes in. In the week to come you should make an effort apply thrift to your spending habits. Overcome a lack of purpose by sticking to past routines. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22Dec. 21): In the week ahead those with smaller minds may try to convince you that your dreams are too big. Work hard, live up to your responsibilities and you will prove that the naysayers don’t have a handle on the big picture. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22Jan. 19): Cruise the headlines with curiosity to cure boredom. If you hone in on subjects that interest you and give them devoted attention, you will break free from tedium in the week ahead. A busy schedule requires a planner. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put a pause on parting with your pennies. As this week unfolds you may be tempted to make a large purchase or to enter into a binding commitment that affects your net worth. Hold off on making major monetary decisions. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The tenor of your life could be determined by the tone of your questions. A questioning attitude might be your secret weapon in the week ahead. Ask for advice to protect you from fantasies with no basis in reality. (c) 2016 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

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Crossword ACROSS 1 It’s often swiped at offices 11 Censor’s target 15 Deer, e.g. 16 Leveret’s dad 17 Reminder, often 18 Largest island in the Tuscan Archipelago 19 Slip in a store: Abbr. 20 Quarters 21 Olympics coach Karolyi et al. 22 “Fooled ya” 24 Corn lead-in 25 Carbon compound found in crude oil 26 Closed up 28 Attire for filmdom’s The Mask 30 Month in el invierno 31 Terminal 32 Member of the fam 33 Tiny time div. 35 Govt. collectors 37 “Sweet!” 40 Norwegian flag feature 42 Indian bigwig 46 Intimate 48 Words to a savior 49 Breaks off 50 Naval NCO 52 Big name in shaving 53 “The Girl Next Door” co-star Hirsch 54 Work unit 56 Much 57 West Virginia resource 58 Lingered 60 Biblical preposition 61 Surrounded 62 High school subject? 63 Commercial success DOWN 1 Inform 2 Start work 3 Medieval Iberian kingdom 4 Fictional giant 5 Activity 6 Venture forth 7 PowerShot maker 8 Reduce to minute particles 9 Soaks, as hemp 10 Beats Electronics co-founder 11 Rain may fall in them

12 Hammer-shaped bone 13 Pope who initiated the First Crusade 14 Dollhouse accessories 21 Like shortbread 23 “Blue Velvet” actress 25 Horizontal spar 27 Reason for overtime 29 Goes (for) 31 Maker of the Ultra Set trap 34 Mythical archer 36 Okinawa’s capital 37 Diamond buyer’s choice 38 Red flower created from the blood of Adonis 39 Digress 41 Motion backing 43 Aviation supply 44 Put in order 45 Compulsive subject of a former A&E series 47 Rat out 48 Grinders 51 __ Sound, part of the Salish Sea

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AWARDS: Continued from Page 1

CCCOE Director of Student Programs Janet Haun. Superintendent Sakata individually presented the awards and checks to each student on stage, followed

by a short speech from each of the awardees. The common themes of the students’ heart-felt speeches were their gratitude for their parents and families, as well as their ap-

preciation for their CTE/ROP courses and teachers. Many of the students said their CTE/ ROP courses were the highlight of coming to school, and that the classes made their fu-

ture career goals much clearer. The Contra Costa County CTE/ROP serves nearly 12,000 students annually with classes in 34 high schools throughout Contra Costa and

Alameda counties. Currently, there are 393 state-of-the-art career development classes in this program. CTE/ROP focuses on career preparation and exploration, hands-on experience, and academic excellence to prepare students for success in college and future careers. CTE/ROP provides students with the newest equipment, rigorous academic standards, and classes in emerging technologies. All of the CTE/ROP classes and programs are directed by and funded through the CCCOE. For more information about CTE/ROP class-

es, visit www.cccoe.k12.ca.us/ stsvcs/rop.html. The following outstanding students received certificates of merit plus $250 in scholarship awards for the Martinez-based CTE/ROP courses they excelled in during the current school year: • Elizabeth Doty, Automotive Technology, instructed by Brian Wheeler at Alhambra High School; • Matt Webb, Construction Technology, instructed by Jay Heeb at Alhambra High School. Congratulations to these outstanding students.

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Homeless Outreach.” “Tesoro and the Tesoro Foundation are committed to collaborating with our stakeholders to create cleaner, safer, well-educated communities where we operate,” said Patty Deutsche, director of government and public affairs for Tesoro. “We are proud to support the City of Martinez and the Martinez Police Department in their efforts to aid the most vulnerable among us by helping them find the resources and supplies needed to live and eventually transition off the streets.”

Mural complete ...

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The recently completed “Martinez Beavers” mural overlooking the footbridge near Creek Monkey Tap House on Escobar Street in downtown Martinez. The mural, commissioned by local beaver advocacy group Worth A Dam, began as a project to honor the memory of the Martinez beavers, who’d all but disappeared from local waters after several beaver deaths occurred last year. On May 2, 2016, however, a sighting took place and within several days, it was confirmed the beavers are back. Thus, the mural, completed by artist Mario Alfaro, is being hailed as the “Un-Memorial.”

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